Neighborhood Guides

Neighborhood Series: Spending the Day in Studio City *A Full Day Itinerary*

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This itinerary in Studio City includes not one, not two, but ZERO studios! Instead, you’ll see some gorgeous hiking views and shop til you drop…into an ice cream parlor.

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Getting There

  • Metro: The 218 bus is the best option, with a stop just one block away from the trailhead lot. 
  • Driving: Park at the Fryman Canyon trail lot on the corner of Laurel Canyon Blvd and Fryman Rd.

Morning

  • 9:00am: Bring a snack and water for your morning hike through Fryman Canyon. There are several easy to moderate options among the trails in Wilacre Park, with most loops taking about 1-1.5 hours.
  • 11:00am: Refuel with brunch at Joan’s on Third. If you drove, park in the garage at 12222 Ventura Blvd for a $12 daily max. If you took public transportation, take the 218 just 5 minutes North or walk 18 minutes. After brunch, pop into Greenwood next door for some light gift shopping.
  • 11:45am: You’ll already be right at the weekly farmer’s market - one of the best in LA. It closes at 1pm, so make the most of your time.

Afternoon

  • 12:45pm: Grab a scoop of knock-your-socks-off ice cream at McConnell’s just across the street from the farmer’s market. Snag a table inside or a spot on the outside bench to enjoy.
  • 1:15pm: It’s been a big day for your body already, so pause for a healing moment at ARTHA Yoga and Wellness Sanctuary. Choose from infrared, cryotherapy, float therapy, or a wellness class ($29-$49).
  • 2:45pm: Now that you’re feeling zen, head West along Ventura to do some shopping. We recommend Bookstar (Barnes & Noble) for the architecture and Annabelle’s Book Club for making a curated purchase. Stop at The Shops at Sportsmen’s Lodge, about 23 minutes walking, for shopping at this upscale outdoor mall.
  • 5:30pm: On your way back East on Ventura, swing by Pinz - a 60+ year old institution - for a round of bowing ($20+/person).

Evening

  • 6:45pm: Head East on Ventura on your way to dinner. For a more interesting route, peel off at Whitset Ave - left to walk along the LA River or right to walk along neighborhood roads. Either detour adds less than 5 minutes to your walk for a total of about 32 minutes. Arrive at Firefly to enjoy a romantic, serene dinner among the fairy-lit garden or moody interior.
  • 8:00pm: If it’s your thing, pop across the street to Sweet Flower for an approachable, modern take on the dispensary.
  • 8:30pm: Just one block West, try a scoop of ice cream - Argentinian style - at Freddo.
  • 9:00pm: Time for a nightcap! For a casual beer, head next door to Laurel Tavern. Or, for something a little more sophisticated, check out Black Market Liquor Bar across the street. When the night winds down, you’re only a 12-minute walk from your car or one short bus trip from a metro train station.

Tips

  • Total walk time: 1h 35m + hiking
  • Total drive time: 5 minutes
  • Besides the farmer’s market, which is only on Sundays, this itinerary can be done Tuesday-Sunday. A word of caution that Pinz closes at 6pm on Thursdays.
  • We recommend making reservations for ARTHA and Firefly in advance.

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